Kimberly O'Neil
Hagerstown
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Personable and empathetic, with solid foundation in mental health principles and patient care. Well-versed in therapeutic communication and crisis intervention techniques, combined with strong clinical skills in patient assessment and medication administration. Committed to supporting patient well-being and fostering safe, supportive environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD
03.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes and responding promptly to clinical needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and optimize workflow efficiencies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to best practices and patient care standards.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills and professional development strategies.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to optimize resources and meet patient needs effectively.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment approaches based on behavioral observations and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic outcomes in diverse patient populations.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Helping Hands Home Health Care
Largo, FL
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered compassionate care to patients with debilitating back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Mental Health Technician
Fairwinds Treatment Center
Clearwater, FL
01.2003 - 10.2007
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Collaborated with client and clinician to develop and support goals and clinical treatment plan.
- Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients' physical condition.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Led prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures.
- Communicated with clients and families effectively building lasting relationships.
US Air Force Medic
United States Air Force, USAF
Elmendorf AFB , AK
12.1997 - 02.2001
- Delivered treatments and intramuscular injections per facility protocols to maintain effective client protection.
- Conducted evaluations and obtained vitals prior to administering IV treatments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Delivered tailored nursing care to adult patients suffering from multiple diagnoses.
- Organized training and spearheaded clinical instruction to strengthen and develop staff competencies and patient care techniques.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
US Air Force Medic
United States Air Force, USAF
Prince Sultan Air Base Saudi Arabia
11.1999 - 03.2000
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Conducted evaluations and obtained vitals prior to administering IV treatments.
- Implemented providers' orders to initiate IVs and access ports and deliver medications.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
- Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
- Worked alongside doctors and nurses to provide supplies, instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Tracked patients' vital signs, treated wounds and collected samples to free up nurses and physicians for more advanced work.
Medical Surgical Technician
United States Air Force
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
09.1993 - 12.1997
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Provided health education to patients, families and colleagues.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to support patient referrals.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Keiser University
Clearwater, FL06-2019
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Attention to Detail
- Clear Patient Communication
- Decision Making
- Care Coordination
- Patient Care Oversight
- Creative Problem Solving
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- EMR systems
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chronic disease management
- Personal care needs
- Patient and family advocacy
- Team coordination
Education and Training
other
Accomplishments
2019- received Keiser University's Clinical Excellence Award
Timeline
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Home Health RN Case Manager
Helping Hands Home Health Care
07.2019 - 11.2019
Mental Health Technician
Fairwinds Treatment Center
01.2003 - 10.2007
US Air Force Medic
United States Air Force, USAF
11.1999 - 03.2000
US Air Force Medic
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1997 - 02.2001
Medical Surgical Technician
United States Air Force
09.1993 - 12.1997
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Keiser University